Your Nastiest Nail Issues Solved

We all deal with chipped polish and a hangnail here and there. Next time you have a nail issue that's truly gross, here's what to do about it

Melanoma It's uncommon, but cancer cells can grow under nails. Geogha says you can typically tell something's amiss if there are blue-black or brown discolored, asymmetrical lines showing up on your nail beds. Of course, there is no at-home treatment for melanoma. If you see this kind of asymmetrical discoloration under your nails, see your doctor immediately. "You'll likely need a biopsy," says Geogha.